Tips To Avoid Common Two Wheeler Accidents

Written by Sharad Bajaj

Updated On Jan 15, 20212 min read

Road accidents are unfortunately very common, especially for those who ride two wheelers. Read on to find out some of the ways in which you can avoid this risk and keep yourself safer on the roads.

You must know that when riding a two-wheeler, you are at a greater risk of a road accident than when you are in a four-wheeler. This is due to the smaller sized and more exposed nature of a two-wheeler. Responsible riding is of the utmost importance for you personally as well as those others who are on the road with you, be it a pillion rider on your own motorcycle or other individuals in vehicles, or pedestrians. Not everything can be in your control but there are some precautions you can take to reduce the risk of getting into an accident on your two-wheeler.

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Reduce Your Speed

The first step to reducing the risk on the road is to slow down and ride at a manageable and safe speed. The slower you go, the more time you will have to be able to react to debris, other cars, and bikes, or other potential hazards. If you are speeding, you may be unable to see oncoming turns so you may turn a corner too quickly. Further, if you are speeding you may be forced to brake hard and this can also cause damage to you or your bike by causing you to lose balance.

Stopping At Intersections

It is important to look behind you at intersections to ensure there is no oncoming vehicle or traffic. It is common for motorcycles to be subject to the collision at intersections so it is important to be aware of your surroundings and to make yourself as visible as possible. Stopping at the side and flashing your lights is one way of doing so.

Avoid Riding Between Parked Cars And Active Traffic

This can be dangerous for a variety of reasons and should be avoided as much as possible. A car door could open suddenly, causing you to collide with it. Further, a parked car may pull out in front of you and cause a collision as well. It is also possible in this situation that a pedestrian steps out in front of you and you are unable to avoid colliding with them.

Never Ride Under The Influence

Not only is it against the law to do so, but it is also highly dangerous to ride under the influence of any sort of substance, for example, alcohol. You must make sure you are aware and alert at all times when on the road. Substances will impair your judgment and faculties and make you a risk to yourself and others on the roads by undermining your ability to ride. Therefore, this should always be avoided.

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Conclusion

Outlined above are some of the common situations in which those who are riding two-wheelers get into accidents. Always ride cautiously, as safety is a top priority.

Disclaimer: This article is issued in the general public interest and meant for general information purposes only. Readers are advised not to rely on the contents of the article as conclusive in nature and should research further or consult an expert in this regard.

Written by Sharad Bajaj

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Sharad is an insurance industry veteran who has managed motor insurance products for over a decade. He helped set up and scale the motor insurance vertical for a leading insurance company in his previous stint. In his spare time, Sharad likes to read and be in tune with nature.